Wray Confirmed as FBI Director
The votes are in and it's official. There is a new FBI Director chosen unanimously Tuesday by the Senate.
Politics
Putin Slashing Number of US Diplomatic Staff in Russia by 755 People
ABC NEWS- Russian President Vladimir Putin said in a television interview that the U.S. must cut the size of its diplomatic force in his country by more than half, from about 1,210 to 455. Putin said Sunday that the cut will make…
Protest Against Transgender Military Ban at State House
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--President Trump's tweet this week announcing a military ban on transgender service members has some in the Midlands pushing back Friday night. The transgender community and supporters stood outside the State House voicing their opposition to that decision.…
Sen. Lindsey Graham Releases Statement on White House Shakeup
Washington D.C. (WOLO)-- South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham released a statement following the resignation of Reince Priebus as White House Chief of Staff, it reads “Reince Priebus has been a good friend for a very long time. He did a…
President Trump Names New Chief of Staff, Priebus Out
WASHINGTON, D.C. (WOLO, ABC NEWS) - President Donald Trump has named Ret. Gen. John Kelly as the new White House chief of staff, replacing Reince Priebus in the role. "I am pleased to inform you that I have just named…
Lt. Gov. Bryant announces run for governor
South Carolina Lt. Gov. Kevin Bryant is officially entering the 2018 governor's race.
Senate Rejects Health Care Repeal
Another blow for the GOP as the Senate rejects what is being dubbed "the Skinny Bill" some hoped would replace Affordable Health Care.
Top US general promises no changes in military transgender policy for now
Gen. Joseph Dunford, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, has issued guidance to military commanders stressing that there will be no change in military policy toward transgender service members until Defense Secretary Jim Mattis receives further direction from the White House.
Scaramucci tweets, deletes about 'leak' of financial form
White House communications director Anthony Scaramucci is deflecting questions about leaks inside the White House, suggesting that White House Chief of Staff Reince Priebus should be the one to clarify the situation.
Trump to name financier as communications director
Prominent Wall Street financier Anthony Scaramucci has accepted the position of White House communications director offered to him by President Donald Trump, sources confirm to ABC News.
Indicted Senator wants charge dropped
The lawyer for a South Carolina senator who authorities say converted campaign donations into personal cash wants his charges dismissed.
Sean Spicer resigns as White House press secretary
Sean Spicer has resigned as White House press secretary, ABC News has confirmed.
SC DOT Votes to Spend First Gas Tax Money on Road Paving Projects
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) (AP) - Get ready for a smoother ride. The State Department of Transportation voted Thursday to spend the first $26 million raised by the South Carolina's newly increased gas tax to paving projects in 27 counties. There…
Bryant opens bank account for 2018 SC gov race
South Carolina Lt. Gov. Kevin Bryant has taken a tangible step toward running for governor, although he says he hasn't officially decided to enter the race.
Senators Invited to Lunch at White House
Republican Senators invited to lunch at the White House for health care discussion with President Trump
National Politics
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- Election Day arrives after a surge in early voting, with observers keeping close watch at the polls Nov 3, 2026 1:06 PM ESTThe first polling sites have opened in a handful of states — Connecticut, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Missouri, New Jersey, New York and Virginia
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- South Carolina Senate race gets unexpectedly close after Lindsey Graham's sister Darline stumbles Nov 3, 2026 6:50 AM ESTRepublican Sen. Darline Graham and Democrat Annie Andrews face off in a historic South Carolina election that will send the state’s first woman to the U.S. Senate
